2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 146 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1752 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350. 2011 Ford E-350 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. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 125 L |