2004 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
