2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso 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 143 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fabia | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
