2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 120 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 325 | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |