2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 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 4,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
