2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 202 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 2012 BMW 118. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |