2005 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 175 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
