2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
