2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik

To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Praktik has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Praktik will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Buick LeSabre 2008 Skoda Praktik
Make Buick Skoda
Model LeSabre Praktik
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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