2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 97 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 525 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |