2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac XLR and 2006 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
