2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 520 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 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 | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |