2004 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 535 | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |