2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 438 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
