2010 BMW 5-Series vs 2009 Cadillac STS

2010 BMW 5-Series

2009 Cadillac STS

Select style

4-Door Sedan RWD 528i

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
4-Door Sedan RWD 528i	18	28	$42,275	$45,950
4-Door Sedan AWD 528i xDrive	17	25	$44,390	$48,250
4-Door Sedan RWD 535i	17	26	$47,150	$51,250
4-Door Sedan AWD 535i xDrive	16	25	$49,265	$53,550
4-Door Sports Wagon AWD 535i xDrive	16	23	$51,475	$55,950
4-Door Sedan RWD 550i	15	22	$55,750	$60,600
5-Door Gran Turismo AWD 550i xDrive	15	22	$60,905	$66,200

Select style

4-Door Sedan V6 AWD w/1SA

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
4-Door Sedan V6 AWD w/1SA	17	26	$44,034	$46,845
4-Door Sedan V6 AWD w/1SB	17	26	$44,034	$46,845
4-Door Sedan V6 RWD w/1SA	17	26	$44,034	$46,845
4-Door Sedan V6 RWD w/1SB	17	26	$44,034	$46,845
4-Door Sedan V6 RWD w/1SC	17	26	$44,034	$46,845
4-Door Sedan V8 AWD w/1SG	15	22	$52,964	$56,345
4-Door Sedan V8 RWD w/1SE	15	24	$52,964	$56,345
4-Door Sedan V8 RWD w/1SG	15	24	$52,964	$56,345

Show Only Differences

Pricing

Invoice Price

$42,275

$44,034

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$45,950

$46,845

Monthly Payment Estimate

$766 / month

$781 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

8.0

Read Our Full Review

7.6

Read Our Full Review

TCC’s Bottom Line

Whether as a sedan or wagon, the 2010 BMW 5-Series is a distinctly sportier, tech-savvy alternative to luxury rivals-without giving up any comfort.

The 2009 Cadillac STS isn’t a standout for looks, but you’ll appreciate the way it drives.

TCC Likes

Smooth, responsive engines
Crisp, responsive handling
Variety of useful technology options

Crisp handling plus a smooth ride, thanks to Magnetic Ride Control
Powerful, fuel-efficient V-6
World-class performance from STS-V

TCC Dislikes

Complexity of iDrive system
Disappointing crash-test performance
Ridiculously high sticker price when extensively optioned

Stark instrument-panel design
Interior materials
Lack of ample backseat space

Fuel Economy

City

18 mpg

17 mpg

Highway

28 mpg

26 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Mid-Size

Interior Dimensions

Front Shoulder Room (in)

57.3

58.6

Passenger Volume (ft³)

99.1

102.9

Second Head Room (in)

38.1

37.9

Second Shoulder Room (in)

57.2

57.4

Front Leg Room (in)

41.5

42.6

Passenger Capacity

Front Hip Room (in)

- TBD -

54.6

Second Leg Room (in)

36.0

38.3

Front Head Room (in)

39.1

38.7

Second Hip Room (in)

- TBD -

55.6

Exterior Dimensions

Min Ground Clearance (in)

- TBD -

Length, Overall (in)

191.1

196.7

Height, Overall (in)

57.8

57.6

Track Width, Rear (in)

62.2

62.3

Wheelbase (in)

113.7

116.4

Liftover Height (in)

- TBD -

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.7

72.6

Track Width, Front (in)

61.3

61.8

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

14.0

13.8

Brakes

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

4-wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6 x - TBD -

11.7 x 1.0

Brake Type

Pwr-Assisted

Pwr

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.8 x - TBD -

11.9 x 1.3

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

18.5

Steering

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

13.7

18.2

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

37.4

36.9

Steering Type

Servotronic Variable Pwr

Pwr rack & pinion

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

- TBD -

3.0

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)

- TBD -

Tires

Front Tire Size

P225/50R17

P235/50SR17

Spare Tire Size

- TBD -

Front Tire Order Code

QKP

Spare Tire Order Code

SGC

Rear Tire Size

P225/50R17

P235/50SR17

Rear Tire Order Code

QKP

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

- TBD -

100

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

- TBD -

1000

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3505

4125

Wheels

Spare Wheel Size (in)

- TBD -

Rear Wheel Material

Alloy

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 x 7.5

Front Wheel Material

Alloy

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

- TBD -

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 x 7.5

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)

- TBD -

10.9

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

- TBD -

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

180

- TBD -

Engine

Displacement

3.0L/183

3.6L/220

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

230 @ 6500

302 @ 6300

Engine Type

Gas I6

Gas V6

Fuel System

EFI

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

200 @ 2750

272 @ 5200

Engine Order Code

LLT

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

Transmission

Clutch Size (in)

- TBD -

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.66

1.55

Trans Type

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

0.85

Trans Description Cont. Again

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.94

3.20

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.46

2.37

Trans Order Code

MX7

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.38

3.23

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.23

1.16

Trans Description Cont.

Manual

Automatic

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.85

0.67

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.32

4.06

Summary

Vehicle Name

BMW 5 Series

Cadillac STS

Body Style

4 Door Sedan

Suspension

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)

- TBD -

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)

- TBD -

1.3

Suspension Type - Rear

4-Link Integral

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)

- TBD -

Suspension Type - Front

Double-Pivot

Independent

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)

- TBD -

0.94

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Strut-Type

Emissions

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

8.5

Get FREE Dealer Quotes

From dealers near you

Go!

Compare 2010 BMW 5-Series vs 2009 Cadillac STS

Get FREE Dealer Quotes

Add a Vehicle to Compare