2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2006 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |