2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 768 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model SSR 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1846 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 87 L


 

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