2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |