2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M6 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |