2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 305 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |