2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2003 Chevrolet SS
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet SSR and 2003 Chevrolet SS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 494 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2003 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | SS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
