2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo 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 306 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen Saxo, 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 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2005 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
