2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 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 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | XLR | Q5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |