2006 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 118 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |