2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 767 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 457 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 943 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero 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 | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Silverado | Aero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1090 mm |
