1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Catera | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |