2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 6 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
