2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Celsior |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |