2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4400 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
