2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Escalade | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
