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BMW 5-Series (2011) vs. Cadillac Escalade (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Cadillac Escalade specs.

2011 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Cadillac Escalade Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model BMW 5-Series Cadillac Escalade  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1200		 6.2L V8
OHV-2v
403 hp@5700
417 lb-ft@4400		  
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.9 in 116.0 in 0.9 in
Length 193.1 in 202.5 in -9.4 in
Width 73.2 in 79.0 in -5.8 in
Height 57.6 in 75.9 in -18.3 in
Curb Weight 4056 lb. 5459 lb. -1403 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 26.0 gal. -7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 41.1 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 65.3 in -7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 64.4 in -64.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 39.2 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.2 in 65.2 in -9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 60.6 in -60.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 39.0 in -2.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.9 in -37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 61.7 in -61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 49.1 in -49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 25.6 in -25.6 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 105.9 in (over 3 rows) -28.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.4 ft3 16.9 ft3 1.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 18.4 60.3 ft3 -41.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.4 ft3 108.9 ft3 -90.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade

2008 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Lots of room for the driver and passenger see full Cadillac Escalade review
2007 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review
 
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