2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |