2004 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
