2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 422 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | SSR | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |