2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | SSR | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
