2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | CX-7 | Praktik |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |