2006 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 854 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M5. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M5 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
