2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
