2009 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
