2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 185 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 Mercedes-Benz A (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | A | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
