2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Roomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Roomster has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Roomster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
