2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
