2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 478 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |
