2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M3 | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |