2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | XLR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |