2009 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Cadillac Imaj
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2000 Cadillac Imaj has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2000 Cadillac Imaj | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Imaj |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
