2012 BMW M3 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, both 2012 BMW M3 and 2012 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW M3 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | X6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |