2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
