2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 764 kg more than 2006 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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Rio | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |