2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | SSR | 456M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |