2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 371 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | XLR | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |