2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | SSR | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
