2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 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 |
