2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Elantra | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |