Cavalcade FXT: Difference between revisions

The original having been based on the second generation [[wp:Cadillac Escalade|Cadillac Escalade]] obviously suggests that the Cavalcade FXT is based on the second generation [[wp:Cadillac Escalade#Escalade EXT|Escalade EXT]], the pickup variant of the Escalade. Naturally, it shares the Albany brand with the Cavalcade. Unlike the Escalade EXT, the FXT lacks the distinct upper body bed cladding but it may come with roll bars, a bed cover, or just a plain bed.  

The Cavalcade FXT shares it's high-displacement V8, 5 speed gearbox and AWD system with the Cavalcade SUV, and retains much of the same performance, though it's top speed and acceleration are slightly poorer (despite the two vehicles weighing the same). Handling and braking are consistent with regular Cavalcade and very good, keeping stopping distances short, and maintaining stability in turns. Off road, the same can be said of the FXT as of the Cavalcade, making it one of few vehicles able to climb steep grades and medium sized rocks. Accident deformation is also very good, and the vehicle will sustain multiple frontal impacts before failing.