2012 BMW X1 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2012 BMW X1 and 2012 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X1 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 403 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
