2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 281 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.
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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Rio | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |