2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
