2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln MKX 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
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 (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
