2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |