2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LX 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Lexus LX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Escalade | LX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |