2002 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
