2006 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.

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 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 630 CTS
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 83.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 223 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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