2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2009 Acura MDX and 2009 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | XLR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |