2004 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. 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 745 (451 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 745 | STS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |