2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Venture | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
