2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fiesta | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.3 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 | 1145 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |