2007 Skoda Roomster vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 170 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Roomster | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Roomster | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
