2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
