2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
