2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 863 kg more than 2008 BMW 645. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 645 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
