2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2933 mm |