2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 135 | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |