2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (216 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 412 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SSR | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
