2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | ES |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
