2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 43 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
