2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Skoda Praktik were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Praktik. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Tahoe | Praktik |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
