2006 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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 Catera (260 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
