2009 BMW 128 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 BMW 128 and 2009 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 128 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |