2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
