2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 325. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
