2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |