2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GX would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
