2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |