2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 180 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
