2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 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 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 302 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (366 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 366 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
