1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 377 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Catera | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
