2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
