2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | XLR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
