2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet SSR 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model SSR Corvette
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 395 HP
Torque 481 Nm 543 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2150 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm


 

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