2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2000 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | STS | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
