2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac XLR and 2006 Pontiac G6 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | XLR | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
