2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 669 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Highlander | XTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
