2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 776 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |