2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 482 kg more than 2011 BMW X6. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |