2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Skoda Roomster has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Roomster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fiesta | Roomster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |