2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS-V and 2006 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac STS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | STS-V | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
