2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
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 | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |