2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
