2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac XLR would be higher. 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | XLR | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
