2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | XLR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |