2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Roomster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |