2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 998 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |
