2008 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 2 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A5 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
