2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | XLR | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |