2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
