2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 428 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | FX | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |