2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti G35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | DTS | G35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
