2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 224 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1778 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 144 L |