2003 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 857 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 520 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
