2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Opel Tigra 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 15 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 (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Tigra | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Tigra | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |