2008 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, both 2008 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 150 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2008 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 45 | Praktik |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |