2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | CTS | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
