2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | G35 | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |