2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
