2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 115 L |