2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |