2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 890 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
