2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Infiniti I | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Escalade | I |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |