2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | FR-V | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |