2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 893 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
