2005 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 535 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
