2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (395 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 169 kg more than 2013 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |