2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik

To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Praktik is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.

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 (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Praktik will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Micra 2008 Skoda Praktik
Make Nissan Skoda
Model Micra Praktik
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1386 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 172 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 13 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 1047 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 55 L


 

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