2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1537 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | SSR | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
