1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Roomster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |