2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 125 | Catera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |