2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 873 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |