2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. 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 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 135 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |