2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 5 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 261 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | SSR | Nano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
