2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
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 X6 (609 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
