2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 231 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 438 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 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) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | SSR | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 137 Nm |
| 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 | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
