2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Infiniti Q45.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | Q45 | CTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |