2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 145 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, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fabia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
