2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | XLR | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |