2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
