2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
