2006 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | BMW | Xedos |
Model | M3 | 9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |