2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 550 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |