2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
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2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Octavia | Roomster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |