2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. Both 2006 Audi A3 and 2007 Skoda Roomster are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1295 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
