2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Cerato | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
