2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | SSR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
