2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |