2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 264 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 784 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Escalade | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
