2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |