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Cadillac CTS (2006) vs. BMW 3-Series (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2010 BMW 3-Series specs.

2006 Cadillac CTS and 2010 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Cadillac CTS BMW 3-Series  
Engine 6.0L V8
OHV-2v
400 hp@6000
395 lb-ft@4400
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.4 in 108.7 in 4.7 in
Length 190.1 in 178.2 in 11.9 in
Width 70.6 in 71.5 in -0.9 in
Height 56.7 in 55.9 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3850 lb. 3693 lb. 157 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 38.5 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 55.4 in 1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 0.0 in 53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.5 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.5 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.2 in 55.1 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.8 in 0.0 in 53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 34.6 in 1.6 in
Total Legroom 78.6 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 2.5 in
Cargo Volume 12.5 ft3 12.0 ft3 0.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Cadillac CTS

2006 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Size of the car gives it lots of interior room compared to comparably priced cars in segment see full Cadillac CTS review
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed manual RWD
Front seats are roomy and well-fitted, very comfortable. see full Cadillac CTS review
2006 4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
FRONT SEATS, WIDE, HEATED.. ADJUSTABLE CONFORTABLE FOR 4 PEOPLES SMOOTH RIDE.... see full Cadillac CTS review
2005 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
It is enjoyable to sit in for long periods of time because the seat is so adjustable. The heated seats are incredibly hot for those cold days. see full Cadillac CTS review
2005 4dr Sedan 400-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Power bucket seats with Alcantara inserts and side bolsters are great in cornering at speed. Comfortable for all day drives. see full Cadillac CTS review
2006 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Seats were horrible. Could not find a comfortable position plus the center console along with the key fob hanging from the ignition contacted my leg. My 06 Grand Prix was much more comfortable. see full Cadillac CTS review
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed manual RWD
Shorter wheelbase can lead to things being a little cramped in the rear. Also, no rear-seat vents for AC/heater! For shame, Cadillac... Audi figured this out long ago. see full Cadillac CTS review
2005 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
little leg room for adults see full Cadillac CTS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 3-Series

2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 0 Not much room in rear see if driver is 6 feet tall see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With a 6-foot driver, rear seat room is barely adequate for adults, for short trips. This is typical for this car segment, though. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limited for adults see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
7-speed automated manual RWD
Wish the rear seats had 1" more legroom. see full BMW 3-Series review
 
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