2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
