2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Lexus IS 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 191 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 537 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | SSR | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |