2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | DTS | G25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
