2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 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 174 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 622 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
