2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Catera | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |