2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 979 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Escalade | I |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2958 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 |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2760 mm |
