2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 340 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 803 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
