2006 Daimler Super Eight vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2006 Daimler Super Eight 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Daimler Super Eight is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2006 Daimler Super Eight 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 Daimler Super Eight. 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 Daimler Super Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Daimler Super Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2006 Daimler Super Eight 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 Daimler Super Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daimler Super Eight 2006 Skoda Fabia
Make Daimler Skoda
Model Super Eight Fabia
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 63 HP
Torque 553 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 249 km/hour 154 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors