2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 120 | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
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 | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |