2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
