2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS

To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Cadillac DTS 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 DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2006 Cadillac DTS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 330 DTS
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 201 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1758 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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