2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fabia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
