2003 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
