2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | CTS | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |