2005 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | M | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |