2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X Coupe | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
