2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
