2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |
