2010 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, both 2010 Infiniti FX and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | FX | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
