2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | SSR | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |