2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | LS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
