2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | XLR | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
