2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 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 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Skoda | Lada |
Model | Fabia | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |