2007 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 927 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 95 L |
