2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Multipla | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
