2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 2005 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
