2008 Skoda Praktik vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Praktik and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Praktik. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Praktik | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Praktik | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |