2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 689 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
