2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | STS | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
