2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | CTS | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |