2009 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 740 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |