2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Skoda Roomster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 618 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.
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 Skoda Roomster (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Optra | Roomster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |