2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |