2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 118 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |