2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | XLR | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
