2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |