2006 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Renault Espace 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 675 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Espace | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |