1999 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 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 | 68 L |
