2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 224 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |
