2009 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
