2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
