2006 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
