2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |