2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
