2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Sportage | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |