2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 747 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |