2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X Coupe | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 98 L |
