2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Catera | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |