2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. 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.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | STS | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |