2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 5 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 41 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 BMW 740. 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 2011 BMW 740. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |
