2003 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti G35. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | G35 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
