2002 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (253 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 51 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 332 | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |