2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
