2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |