2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 902 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (515 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |