2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Skoda Fabia and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 166 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |