2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |