2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |