2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 530 | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |