2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva 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 XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | XLR | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
