2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
