Cadillac Imaj
It's Not Just a Car - It's a Conversation Piece
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| | The visually striking Imaj gained critical acclaim when it debuted at the 2000 Geneva Auto Show. With exhilarating performance and impeccable technological applications, this all-wheel-drive ultra-luxurious sedan is sure to make your heart beat faster. On the outside, Imaj's sleek aerodynamic body, underscored by knife-edged coachwork, is unequivocally trend-setting. Underneath the hood, an updated version of the supercharged Northstar V8 generates an amazing 425 horsepower, getting you around that much quicker. Other impressive features include Adaptive Cruise Control, Keyless Entry, and Infotainment System . The Imaj is definitely as much fun to drive as it is to look at.
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Technology and Performance
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Northstar V8 Engine
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The 4.2 litre supercharged Northstar V8 produces 425 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 400 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. All aluminum, it features a liquid-to-air intercooler and continuously variable valve timing.
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Five-speed Automatic Engine
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The electronically controlled five-speed automatic transmission has an unprecedented high torque capacity and an innovative low-mass design. The all-wheel-drive system is extremely intuitive รข?" it utilizes advanced sensor technology to automatically determine how much power should be allocated to the rear, or to all four wheels.
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Brembo Brakes
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Imaj takes braking to the next level with a Brembo system that includes lightweight calipers, large 14.96-inch ventilated front-and-rear discs, separate parking brake calipers, and electric fore and aft brake pedal adjustment.
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| Vehicle type |
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Four-passenger, four-door luxury sedan, with electrochromatic louvered glass roof |
| Overall height |
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55.9/1420 (in/mm) |
| Overall length |
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199.0/5100 (in/mm) |
| Overall width |
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74.8/1900 (in/mm) |
| Wheelbase |
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121.5/3085 (in/mm) |
| Track |
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64/1628 (in/mm) |
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| Type |
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4.2 litre 32-valve supercharged Northstar V8 |
| Engine block |
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Aluminum with iron inserted main bearing bulkheads |
| Cylinder heads |
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Aluminum |
| Valvetrain |
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Four camshafts with continuously variable valve timing, low friction roller cam followers, four valves per cylinder |
| Cam drive |
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Roller chain |
| Induction system |
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Integral supercharger, liquid-to-air intercooler, intake manifold, and boost bypass valve; GM-patented |
| Engine control system |
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Closed loop fuel control via mass airflow meter and four oxygen sensors, platinum-tipped spark plugs with individual ignition coils, four catalytic converters |
| Displacement |
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258/4228 (cu in/cm3) |
| Bore x stroke |
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3.52 x 3.31/89.5 x 84.0 (in/mm) |
| Compression ratio |
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9.0:1 |
| Horsepower |
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425 bhp (317 kW) @ 6400 rpm |
| Torque |
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400 lb.-ft. (542 Nm) @ 4000 rpm |
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| Type |
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Longitudinal front engine, all-wheel drive |
| Transmission |
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Five-speed fully electronically controlled automatic, Performance Algorithm Shifting system |
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| Structure |
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Extruded aluminum space frame chassis |
| Suspension, front |
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Modular subframe-mounted; double unequal length aluminum lightweight arms; high-mounted top arm for enhanced geometry control and reduced road noise; long monotube damper with co-axial coil spring and lower yoke to straddle the front half shaft |
| Suspension, rear |
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Modular rubber mounted subframe carries rear suspension and differential for reduced road noise; multi-link aluminum lightweight arms with adjustable toe control link; compact coil spring and monotube damper, minimal intrusion into the cabin and luggage space |
| Steering |
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Power assisted speed variable rack and pinion (ZF Servotronic); turning circle, 37' (11.3m); electric height and tilt-adjustable steering |
| Brakes |
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Brembo aluminum lightweight calipers, 14.96-inch (380mm) diameter ventilated discs, front and rear; front to rear brake split, ABS, vacuum servo assistance; separate park brake calipers, electrically actuated but mechanically locked to "fail safe"; electric fore and aft brake pedal adjustment |
| Stability enhancement |
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Four-channel StabiliTrak yaw control system |
| Wheels and tires |
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20" magnesium wheels front and rear; Goodyear EMT Runflats 255-40x20. |
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