2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL 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 139 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL 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 TL 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | XLR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 305 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |