2006 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Altea | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1665 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |