2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
