2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |