2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
