2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Venture | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
