2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
