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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 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 24 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (153 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Roomster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |