2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | FR-V | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
