2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 188 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 325 | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |