2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1596 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
