2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 431 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | SSR | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |