2007 Skoda Roomster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Roomster and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 285 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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Roomster has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Roomster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Skoda Roomster | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Roomster | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |