2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Skoda | Honda |
Model | Fabia | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |