2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |