2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 319 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2008 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | FR-V | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
