2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 136 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 657 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2010 BMW 335 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. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | SSR | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |