2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |