2006 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |