2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 204 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | SSR | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
