2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 783 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 958 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Express | Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1090 mm |
