2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac XLR and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |