2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 530 | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |