2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. (321 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 54 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | SSR | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |