2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 889 kg more than 1995 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus GS. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
