2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 325. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 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.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |