2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2013 BMW X5 M has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac CTS | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | X5 M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |