2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 120 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
