2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. Both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Chevrolet SSR are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 672 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | SSR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |