2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Venturi |
| Model | Musso | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
