2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo 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 235 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.

Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M3 Aveo
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 1606 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 42 L


 

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