2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 193 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | SSR | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 341 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |