2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 166 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |