2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 301 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M3 | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |