2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 835 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |