2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 125 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
