2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 103 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 127 L |
