2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
