2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 550 | XTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |