2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Escalade | Z4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |