2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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 Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
