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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 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 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra.

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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 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 1364 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.6 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 14.4 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 1235 kg 1236 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 6.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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