2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 516 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.
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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | FR-V | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |