2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 774 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
