2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. 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 2010 Lincoln MKZ. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
