2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
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 Skoda Praktik (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Praktik will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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2008 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Maxima | Praktik |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |