2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | QX4 | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
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 | 238 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |