2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
