2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | STS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
