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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 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 90 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 Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Skoda Octavia 2008 Skoda Roomster
Make Skoda Skoda
Model Octavia Roomster
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 212 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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