1996 SsangYong Musso vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, both 1996 SsangYong Musso and 1996 Venturi Atlantique were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Musso | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | SsangYong | Venturi |
| Model | Musso | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
