2007 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 530 | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |