2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 908 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | CTS | QX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |