2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 409 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |