2003 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | M3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
