2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |