2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 321 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |