2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX.
Because 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | XLR | GX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |