2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2006 Skoda Fabia and 1997 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,894 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 495 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
