2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |