2008 Rover 25 vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Rover 25 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
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 (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 25 | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 25 | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |