2011 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac XTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 535 | XTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
