2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |