2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |