2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | CTS | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4494 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |