2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Sorento | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |