2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |