2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 219 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, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
