2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
