2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 Ford F-150

To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1468 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2011 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2011 Ford F-150
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model SSR F-150
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 411 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 2546 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 136 L


 

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