2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | STS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3556 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
