2001 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 978 kg more than 2001 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2003 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
