2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
