2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 53 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.
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 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac CTS | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |