2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | SSR | 525 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |