2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
