2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Corsa | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1203 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |