2003 Skoda Superb vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2003 Skoda Superb and 2003 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Superb | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Superb | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
