2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Daewoo Lacetti were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 200 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti 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 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Cadillac | Daewoo |
Model | XLR | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |