2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 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 | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 84 L |
