2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 and 2008 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | 911 | Superb |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |