2011 Infiniti EX vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti EX | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | EX | XTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
