2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | M |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 320 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |