2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 645 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | SSR | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
