2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Cadillac Infiniti
Model DTS EX
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1638 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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