2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac XLR and 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 204 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac XLR 2006 Toyota Matrix
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model XLR Matrix
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 1784 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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