2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 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 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | XLR | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3700 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
