2008 MG ZR vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik

To start off, both 2008 MG ZR 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 MG ZR.

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 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.

Compare all specifications:

2008 MG ZR 2008 Skoda Praktik
Make MG Skoda
Model ZR Praktik
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 158 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 15.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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