2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 303 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | Roomster | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
