2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Roomster and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 380 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Roomster | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
