2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 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 379 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto.
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, 2011 Kia Picanto, 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
