2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2002 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
