2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac CTS | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | 545 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |