2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | HR-V | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
