2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 718 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Escalade | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
