2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
