2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |