2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Navigator | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2042 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
