2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |