2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | DTS | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |