2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | STS | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1782 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
