2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 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 161 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 322 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | 968 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |