2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | MDX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
