2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |