2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |