2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | STS-V | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
