2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
