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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 97 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.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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 | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
