2007 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2786 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
