2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | FX | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |