2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2006 Koenigsegg CCR has manual transmission. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | XLR | CCR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
