2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 127 L |
