2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 85 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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2006 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Fabia | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |