2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | FX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
