2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C3 | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 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 | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |