2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 3 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 203 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX.
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, 2010 Acura RDX, 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | XLR | RDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |