2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 274 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | SSR | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
