2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2006 Skoda Roomster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
