2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 278 kg more than 1999 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 1999 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Escalade | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
