2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 6 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 129 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | XTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
