2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
