2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
