2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 320 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 996 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
