2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Praktik. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Praktik would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1393 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Defender | Praktik |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
