2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 79 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 323 kg more than 2013 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |