2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda HR-V | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | HR-V | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |