2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 5 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 219 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 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. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | SSR | 520 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
