2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 226 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | XLR | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |