2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 969 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |