2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 161 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | SSR | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
