2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac XLR would be higher. 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 184 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
