2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 607 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Escalade | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |