2006 Ford GT vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 369 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.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | GT | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |