2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 667 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Roomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Santa Fe | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |