2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet SSR 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model SSR Tundra
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 245 HP
Torque 481 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3270 mm


 

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