2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Fabia | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
