2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 426 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CR-V | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
