2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |