2003 Honda City vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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 Skoda Fabia (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | City | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |