Lincoln vs. Cadillac: Who Wins?

Lincoln vs. Cadillac: Who Wins?

The Lincoln nameplate has long been respected for its high level of elegance, comfort, and first-rate performance. The brand was first created by a man named Henry Leland, who named the company after his favorite American president. Today, Lincoln offers an all-SUV lineup with attractive style and plenty of advanced technology. Cadillac is another long-running American luxury brand, but it doesn't measure up to Lincoln.

Here's a comparison of three exceptional Lincoln models, the Nautilus, Aviator, and Navigator, to show how the Lincoln brand provides better overall value than Cadillac.

The Lincoln Nautilus vs. the Cadillac XT5

The Lincoln Nautilus accelerates into an early lead by offering Dayton, OH luxury buyers two superior powertrain options. One is an energetic 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that generates 250 horsepower. The other option is a forceful 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 with an output of 335 horsepower. Those engines outperform the comparable Cadillac options in the XT5, starting with the standard 2.0-liter turbo engine that has only 235 horsepower, and a V6 with only 310 horsepower.

 

The Lincoln Nautilus also comes out significantly ahead when you compare technology. The Nautilus provides a massive 13.2-inch touch screen that's integrated with Lincoln's SYNC®4 system, which includes wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Meanwhile, the Cadillac XT5 would make you settle for a much smaller 8.0-inch touch screen display and a CUE system that's less intuitive than the Lincoln system.

The Lincoln Aviator vs. the Cadillac XT6

The Lincoln Aviator is a grand touring luxury SUV that combines remarkable performance with exceptional comfort. The Aviator is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 that will give Troy, OH drivers 400 horsepower. If you want a more fuel-efficient option, the Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid develops a formidable 494 horsepower. By contrast, the Cadillac XT6 starts with a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with only 235 horsepower, and the best it can offer is a 3.6-liter V6 with only 310 horsepower. So once again, Lincoln takes the flag when it comes to performance.

Once you step inside the Lincoln Aviator, you'll quickly see why it's so much more appealing than the Cadillac XT6. The Aviator offers available Venetian leather and 30-way-adjustable Perfect Position seats. The Cadillac XT6, unfortunately, uses synthetic materials and doesn't have the tangible elegance that you find in the Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the Lincoln Aviator offers an available Revel® Ultimate 3D audio system with 28 speakers, which is far better than the Cadillac Bose® system with only 14 speakers.

The Lincoln Navigator vs. the Cadillac Escalade

The Navigator is a full-size SUV that's Lincoln's largest model, and it's a superior alternative to the full-size Cadillac Escalade. The Navigator is powered by a forceful 3.5-liter twin turbo V6, producing 440 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. Thate ening will give you better fuel efficiency than the 6.2-liter V8 in the Cadillac Escalade. Lincoln also offers an even more fuel-efficient hybrid Navigator powertrain, an option that Cadillac doesn't offer in the Escalade.

The Navigator gains another significant advantage when you consider the two interiors. The Lincoln Navigator offers hand-stitched Venetian leather, a panoramic Vista Roof®, and genuine wood trim. Lincoln employs a Quiet Flight design philosophy that provides you with a cabin that seals out exterior noise. The Cadillac Escalade has a noisier cabin and it feels less upscale than the Lincoln Navigator.

Test drive one of the winners at Beau Townsend Lincoln of Dayton

If you want to experience the winning formula that Lincoln offers across its entire lineup, Beau Townsend Lincoln of Dayton is a great place to do it. Our locally-owned business has been serving this community since 1976, and we offer a variety of outstanding Lincoln choices. Contact us at your earliest convenience and schedule a test drive of an exceptionally comfortable, high-performing Lincoln SUV.

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