2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 163 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |