2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 93 kg more than 2003 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | CTS | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
