2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 428 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | SSR | Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |