2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | FX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
