2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (308 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | Q45 | SRX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 79 L |