2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 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 170 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
