2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | XLR | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
