2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 36 kg more than 1993 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | CTS | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |