2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | SSR | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |