2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Roomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Roomster would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 930 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roomster | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1320 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
