2003 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
