2008 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 769 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
