2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X3 | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |