1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 431 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Navigator | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
