2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Fiat Punto 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 221 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | XLR | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |