2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 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 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
