2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 449 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Infiniti JX 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. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | CTS | JX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2901 mm |
