2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | CTS | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
