2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 691 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | XLR | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
