2006 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.

Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M3 2010 Holden Captiva
Make BMW Holden
Model M3 Captiva
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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