2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GX would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 925 kg more than 2002 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GX. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
