2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | XLR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4371 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |