2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
