2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Ford Falcon 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 201 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 503 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon. 2006 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |