2004 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
