2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | Rodeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3060 mm |