2007 Skoda Roomster vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Roomster | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roomster | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
