2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 545 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |