2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac XLR and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | XLR | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
