2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 736 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 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (446 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Escalade | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 446 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |