2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Escalade | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
