2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 945 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 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
