2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 328 | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |