2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | FR-V | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |