2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | XLR | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |