2007 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
