2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | XLR | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |