2006 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |