2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 697 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (600 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | V Sixteen | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2934 mm |
