2005 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
