2007 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 545 | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |