2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
