2008 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | XTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 350 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |