2008 BMW 645 vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 BMW 645 and 2008 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2008 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 645 | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
