2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | CTS | X3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |