2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1536 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
