2009 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5965 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |