2006 Opel Agila vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Agila | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
