2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac STS | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |