2009 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1997 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
