2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 577 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (580 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
