2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Lexus IS 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | XLR | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |