2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |