2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 655 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | XLR | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |