2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Nissan Almera 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) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Nissan Almera, 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) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | SSR | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1768 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |