2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 SSC Aero

To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 817 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Tundra 2010 SSC Aero
Make Toyota SSC
Model Tundra Aero
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4700 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 245 HP 1062 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 1357 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1090 mm


 

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