2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X6 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |