2008 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 883 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |