2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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.
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2008 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | XLR | C-Crosser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |