2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 4 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LX. (383 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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 @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Lexus LX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Escalade | LX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |