2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 390 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Roomster | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 14 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 | 1320 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
