2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (347 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | XLR | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 3769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
