2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 961 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Escalade | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |