2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 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 240 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | SSR | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
