2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |