2000 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 315 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2000 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Sable | Praktik |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1510 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |