2001 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 946 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
