2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Fabia | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |