2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | XLR | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |