2007 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 130 | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |