2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.

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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Fiesta 2008 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Fiesta Fabia
Year Released 2006 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1137 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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