2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | SsangYong | Venturi |
| Model | Musso | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
