2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
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 Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo 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) has 348 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
