2008 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.

Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 650 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 650 ESCALADE
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 327 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 2786 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2947 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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