2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 645. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 645 | DTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |