2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2006 Skoda Fabia
Make Honda Skoda
Model Civic Fabia
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1802 cc 1983 cc
Horse Power 113 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 45 L


 

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