2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | G37 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |