2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 516 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SSR | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6092 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3820 mm |
