2007 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 530 | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |