2005 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | BMW | Xedos |
Model | M3 | 9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |