2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 5 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 102 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | MKX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
