2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 161 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
