2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Juke |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
