2006 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2001 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 525 | Catera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |