2009 BMW 135 vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 135 | SSR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1320 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
