2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
