2008 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 274 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 152 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
