2003 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
