2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 827 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (497 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | FX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
