2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2009 BMW 118 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. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |