2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac XLR and 2006 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |