2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2012 Cadillac CTS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 330 CTS
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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