2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 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 103 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 359 kg more than 2011 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |