2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X3 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |