2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet SSR and 2000 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2000 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (231 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Stratus has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Stratus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | SSR | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
