2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2010 BMW Z4

To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 157 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 412 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2010 BMW Z4
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model SSR Z4
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 90.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2497 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 55 L


 

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