2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 325 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |