2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z4 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
