2004 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 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 129 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 677 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 535 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |