2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige 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 19 more horse power than 2010 Lotus Exige. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Lotus Exige 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 2010 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR, 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Exige. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | XLR | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
