2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon 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 233 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
