2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Navigator | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 117 L |
