2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 889 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 324 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
