2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1557 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2620 mm |
