2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | XLR | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |