2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 974 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | XLR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |