2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
