2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Cadillac STS 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 STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z4 | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 3.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |