2006 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Tracker |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |