2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 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 123 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | XLR | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
