2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lacetti | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
