2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1014 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
