2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1801 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
