2004 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |