2006 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, both 2006 BMW M6 and 2006 Chevrolet SSR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster 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 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 401 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
