2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS 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) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 962 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. 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 2004 Lincoln LS. 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) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
