2001 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carens | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
