2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Picanto | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |