2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 65.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |