2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
