1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | STS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
