2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |
