2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| 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 | 149 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
