2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 11 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 657 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |