2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKX. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKX.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKX. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | MKX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
