2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.

Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR, 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac XLR 2008 Dodge Ram
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model XLR Ram
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4371 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 561 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 132 L


 

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