2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 899 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Pathfinder | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |