2005 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | SSR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |