2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | 318 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
