2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
