2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
In comparing the 2005 BMW 3 Series's and the 2005 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2005 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2005 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2005 BMW 3 Series's and the 2005 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2005 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2005 Cadillac CTS.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2005 BMW 3 Series ranges from $3,325 to $9,779 while a used 2005 Cadillac CTS is priced between $3,303 to $9,884.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2005 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the 2005 Cadillac CTS loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 2005 BMW 3 Series retains 5.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2005 Cadillac CTS.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Cadillac CTS's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Cadillac CTS being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Cadillac CTS the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2005 Cadillac CTS base engine makes 210 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. This gives the 2005 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2005 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2005 BMW 3 Series and the 2005 Cadillac CTS have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3325 - 9779
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3303 - 9884
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2005 Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
194 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3219 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3509 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
190.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16