2008 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 130 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
