2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. 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 130 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |