2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
