2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX.
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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |