2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 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 196 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
