2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |