2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Mazda CX-9 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. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | CX-9 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
