2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 180 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 602 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SSR | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |