1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti JX. (261 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti JX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 443 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX 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 JX 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti JX. (336 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti JX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Catera | JX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
