2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 342 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | SSR | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
