2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac XLR and 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 231 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 444 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana. 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 Suzuki Liana, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | XLR | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
