2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | CTS-V | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
