2006 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend. 2007 Honda Legend 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. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2007 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |