2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | XLR | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |