2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 345 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Roomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Skoda Roomster | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | Roomster | Orlando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |