2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I35. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I35. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Escalade | I35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
