2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 170 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 900 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
