2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | XLR | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
