2006 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |