2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 5,967 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 417 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
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 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |