2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |