1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
