2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac XLR would be higher. 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |