2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 49 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 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Roomster has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Roomster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Mini | Skoda |
Model | Cooper | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |