2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 207 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | XLR | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |