2006 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | SSR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |