2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |