2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2006 Hyundai Tucson
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model SSR Tucson
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1668 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 65 L


 

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