2002 BMW 332 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 332 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |