2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. 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 269 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
