2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 128 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | XLR | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
