2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 5,967 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 52 kg more than 2011 BMW X6.
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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 480 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
